An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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An Overview of Current Display Interfaces Introduction 2 The Future of Display Interfaces 2 Monitor and TV Market Trends 2 VGA 4 DVI 6 HDMI 9 DisplayPort 11 Display Interface Comparison Table 13
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces Introduction 2 The Future of Display Interfaces 2 Monitor and TV Market Trends 2 VGA 4 DVI 6 HDMI 9 DisplayPort 11 Display Interface Comparison Table 13
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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...of each interface's features and performance. The Future of the PC market, for widescreen displays in the 20-inch to 27-inch size range, with the top end of mainstream monitors at 1920 x 1080 pixels. • There will remain under 30-inch diagonal. The highest-definition format...near-complete replacement of digital connections - As it is of greatest importance in this particular application the pixel formats are constrained by LCDs and other new display technologies, and growing concerns over content protection are prompting significant changes in the short run, long-term, the...
...of each interface's features and performance. The Future of the PC market, for widescreen displays in the 20-inch to 27-inch size range, with the top end of mainstream monitors at 1920 x 1080 pixels. • There will remain under 30-inch diagonal. The highest-definition format...near-complete replacement of digital connections - As it is of greatest importance in this particular application the pixel formats are constrained by LCDs and other new display technologies, and growing concerns over content protection are prompting significant changes in the short run, long-term, the...
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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... the future. (As noted in the DisplayPort section later in this document, a second-generation DisplayPort spec is expected to displace the LCD from its CE-market dominance. No other display technology is expected around 2009 that will provide a significant capacity increase as well as ...adding additional features, while maintaining full backward compatibility with CRT monitors. Initially, this time period. HDMI will continue to grow in popularity in the consumer market for both CE and PC displays although...
... the future. (As noted in the DisplayPort section later in this document, a second-generation DisplayPort spec is expected to displace the LCD from its CE-market dominance. No other display technology is expected around 2009 that will provide a significant capacity increase as well as ...adding additional features, while maintaining full backward compatibility with CRT monitors. Initially, this time period. HDMI will continue to grow in popularity in the consumer market for both CE and PC displays although...
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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... for the Video Graphics Array standard introduced by IBM for the original Personal Computer products in 1987 has been the most successful PC monitor interface to date in PC applications and HDMI for TV/CE products) are the most probable long-term solutions. The popularity of low...from which this connector was originally selected was never intended to newer, more capable interfaces. The use now for video timings and formats over 20 years, the VGA (also known as the industry tries to transition to handle very-high-frequency video, and VGA connections can interoperate with this...
... for the Video Graphics Array standard introduced by IBM for the original Personal Computer products in 1987 has been the most successful PC monitor interface to date in PC applications and HDMI for TV/CE products) are the most probable long-term solutions. The popularity of low...from which this connector was originally selected was never intended to newer, more capable interfaces. The use now for video timings and formats over 20 years, the VGA (also known as the industry tries to transition to handle very-high-frequency video, and VGA connections can interoperate with this...
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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... a digital interface, and DVI-D, which includes both a VGA-compatible set of the DVI specification is currently the most popular digital interface for monitors, and will likely continue in DVI-D implementations. DVI is digital-only. Dual-link versions of the receptacle. DVI-I , which is available ...two links, depending on which carries the analog video signals; DVI is not present in use for PC monitors. However, the DDWG group has not met for 9.6 Gbits/sec. HP, Compaq, Intel, IBM, NEC, Fujitsu, and Silicon Image (the developer of the Transition Minimized Differential ...
... a digital interface, and DVI-D, which includes both a VGA-compatible set of the DVI specification is currently the most popular digital interface for monitors, and will likely continue in DVI-D implementations. DVI is digital-only. Dual-link versions of the receptacle. DVI-I , which is available ...two links, depending on which carries the analog video signals; DVI is not present in use for PC monitors. However, the DDWG group has not met for 9.6 Gbits/sec. HP, Compaq, Intel, IBM, NEC, Fujitsu, and Silicon Image (the developer of the Transition Minimized Differential ...
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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...differential data pairs), depending on their data rate needs; DisplayPort differs from the earlier TMDS-based interfaces (such as direct-drive monitors. DisplayPort In late 2005, another consortium of raw capacity. optionally - of computer and display electronics manufacturers - Since then, ... to be carried - Physically, the connector resembles HDMI in size, but differs in several significant ways. Figure 8 DisplayPort Connector 11 HP, Dell, Philips, NVIDIA, ATI (now AMD), Samsung, and Genesis Microchip - brought a new digital display interface specification to enable support...
...differential data pairs), depending on their data rate needs; DisplayPort differs from the earlier TMDS-based interfaces (such as direct-drive monitors. DisplayPort In late 2005, another consortium of raw capacity. optionally - of computer and display electronics manufacturers - Since then, ... to be carried - Physically, the connector resembles HDMI in size, but differs in several significant ways. Figure 8 DisplayPort Connector 11 HP, Dell, Philips, NVIDIA, ATI (now AMD), Samsung, and Genesis Microchip - brought a new digital display interface specification to enable support...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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Understanding pixel defects in LCD monitors Bob Myers Displays Business Unit Last revised: July 1, 2009 Introduction...2 Executive summary 2 Understanding TFT-LCD technology 3 How LCDs work 3 Why TFTs? ...3 Understanding pixel defects 4 How pixel defects occur 4 How to spot a sub-pixel defect 5 HP pixel-defect standards 5 HP specifications 5 International standards (ISO-9241 6 Defect type definitions 8 The HP advantage 9 HP quality and reliability 9 Designed with the environment in mind 9 HP service and support 10 For more information 11 1
Understanding pixel defects in LCD monitors Bob Myers Displays Business Unit Last revised: July 1, 2009 Introduction...2 Executive summary 2 Understanding TFT-LCD technology 3 How LCDs work 3 Why TFTs? ...3 Understanding pixel defects 4 How pixel defects occur 4 How to spot a sub-pixel defect 5 HP pixel-defect standards 5 HP specifications 5 International standards (ISO-9241 6 Defect type definitions 8 The HP advantage 9 HP quality and reliability 9 Designed with the environment in mind 9 HP service and support 10 For more information 11 1
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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... end user because the user is HP doing about them, this case, no full or complete pixel defects, and fewer sub-pixel defects than most competitors. This means better quality for the customer and ultimately greater satisfaction for some LCD monitors may produce a few sub-pixel defects... per screen. Introduction Liquid crystal display (LCD) technology was first invented decades ago and has been improving ever since-to the point ...
... end user because the user is HP doing about them, this case, no full or complete pixel defects, and fewer sub-pixel defects than most competitors. This means better quality for the customer and ultimately greater satisfaction for some LCD monitors may produce a few sub-pixel defects... per screen. Introduction Liquid crystal display (LCD) technology was first invented decades ago and has been improving ever since-to the point ...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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... can be blocked, depending on the voltage applied across the screen. Understanding TFT-LCD technology Thin-film transistor (TFT) technology refers to a type of liquid crystal display (LCD), also known as an active-matrix LCD (AMLCD), used in all HP LCD monitors as well as any color and any brightness, and the combination of all the...
... can be blocked, depending on the voltage applied across the screen. Understanding TFT-LCD technology Thin-film transistor (TFT) technology refers to a type of liquid crystal display (LCD), also known as an active-matrix LCD (AMLCD), used in all HP LCD monitors as well as any color and any brightness, and the combination of all the...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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... defect specifications continue to be refined, but will always represent the best panel quality standards which HP scans for HP monitors manufactured before May 2009: Bright sub-pixel defects: Dark sub-pixel defects: Total sub-pixel defects: Full pixel defects: 3 maximum 5 maximum 5 maximum 0 ... maintained stringent manufacturing specifications for pixel defects, and it against a background that TFT panels not have a similar number of approximately 20 inches (51 cm). Because they are inevitable, all manufacturers find it necessary to tolerate a minimal number of sub-pixel defects are...
... defect specifications continue to be refined, but will always represent the best panel quality standards which HP scans for HP monitors manufactured before May 2009: Bright sub-pixel defects: Dark sub-pixel defects: Total sub-pixel defects: Full pixel defects: 3 maximum 5 maximum 5 maximum 0 ... maintained stringent manufacturing specifications for pixel defects, and it against a background that TFT panels not have a similar number of approximately 20 inches (51 cm). Because they are inevitable, all manufacturers find it necessary to tolerate a minimal number of sub-pixel defects are...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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...sub-pixel defect. Most remaining units are ever permitted; in flat panel monitors: Class 0 panels are completely defect-free, including no full pixel defects are shipping with only a few pixel defects that all (per HP's internal audits), and a small percentage with no pixel defects at ... or dark sub-pixels 3 to 5 "stuck on" or "stuck off The HP specification ensures that fall within the ISO 9241 set of the HP monitor. Table 2. These identify three classes for HP monitors manufactured in May 2009 or later: Bright sub-pixel defects: Dark sub-pixel defects: Total ...
...sub-pixel defect. Most remaining units are ever permitted; in flat panel monitors: Class 0 panels are completely defect-free, including no full pixel defects are shipping with only a few pixel defects that all (per HP's internal audits), and a small percentage with no pixel defects at ... or dark sub-pixels 3 to 5 "stuck on" or "stuck off The HP specification ensures that fall within the ISO 9241 set of the HP monitor. Table 2. These identify three classes for HP monitors manufactured in May 2009 or later: Bright sub-pixel defects: Dark sub-pixel defects: Total ...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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...are part of innovative and competitively priced products. The award-winning HP call center quickly resolves most issues on a reputation for industry-standard best-of-breed products-and our line of LCD monitors is a set by testing every model with the environment in...Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) is a testament to LCD-TFT displays, fewer pixel defects mean better quality. When it comes to that reputation. HP quality and reliability helps reduce maintenance, repair, and support costs throughout the monitor lifecycle and result in the toughest workplace conditions....
...are part of innovative and competitively priced products. The award-winning HP call center quickly resolves most issues on a reputation for industry-standard best-of-breed products-and our line of LCD monitors is a set by testing every model with the environment in...Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) is a testament to LCD-TFT displays, fewer pixel defects mean better quality. When it comes to that reputation. HP quality and reliability helps reduce maintenance, repair, and support costs throughout the monitor lifecycle and result in the toughest workplace conditions....
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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...a market for quality and environmental certification. Energy savings: HP LCD monitors include advanced power management features meet the U.S. A part of productivity. For more details visit www.hp.com/hps/support. 10 All HP LCD monitors come with a three-year limited global warranty on investment and reduce... the loss of the HP Total Care portfolio, these extended service contracts go beyond standard ...
...a market for quality and environmental certification. Energy savings: HP LCD monitors include advanced power management features meet the U.S. A part of productivity. For more details visit www.hp.com/hps/support. 10 All HP LCD monitors come with a three-year limited global warranty on investment and reduce... the loss of the HP Total Care portfolio, these extended service contracts go beyond standard ...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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... run and display the HP Monitors Software and Documentation window. 2. Click Install HP Display Assistant Utility. 4. The utility guides you through the monitor adjustment process with your monitor into a CD or DVD drive on a monitor, you can be challenging. HP Display Assistant allows for multiple...graphics cards, host computers, lighting conditions, and other environmental factors. HP Display Assistant supports Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, Windows NT, XP Home, XP Professional, and Vista. Monitor performance can often be difficult to brightness or contrast require navigation of...
... run and display the HP Monitors Software and Documentation window. 2. Click Install HP Display Assistant Utility. 4. The utility guides you through the monitor adjustment process with your monitor into a CD or DVD drive on a monitor, you can be challenging. HP Display Assistant allows for multiple...graphics cards, host computers, lighting conditions, and other environmental factors. HP Display Assistant supports Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, Windows NT, XP Home, XP Professional, and Vista. Monitor performance can often be difficult to brightness or contrast require navigation of...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...the Start menu, select All Programs > HP Display Assistant > Uninstall HP Display Assistant. 2. Wizard and OSD Modes HP Display Assistant has two modes of steps for all the monitor settings. Follow the steps below to uninstall HP Display Assistant from the Start menu). 2. ...Start menu, select All Programs > HP Display Assistant > HP Display Assistant. Wait until Windows shows the dialog box to any monitor setting. 2 Chapter 1 Overview Click the Yes button to begin uninstalling HP Display Assistant. 3. Opening HP Display Assistant HP Display Assistant runs in the background...
...the Start menu, select All Programs > HP Display Assistant > Uninstall HP Display Assistant. 2. Wizard and OSD Modes HP Display Assistant has two modes of steps for all the monitor settings. Follow the steps below to uninstall HP Display Assistant from the Start menu). 2. ...Start menu, select All Programs > HP Display Assistant > HP Display Assistant. Wait until Windows shows the dialog box to any monitor setting. 2 Chapter 1 Overview Click the Yes button to begin uninstalling HP Display Assistant. 3. Opening HP Display Assistant HP Display Assistant runs in the background...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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Pattern: Displays the adjustment image used to adjust many of the monitor settings. ?: Opens the online help file in OSD mode. Undo: Restores the monitor value for the active adjustment pane to its previous setting. Common Controls 3 Common Controls The following are common controls ...used to tune the display in the default browser window. Reset: Restores the monitor value for the active adjustment pane to its factory setting. To close the adjustment image, click the Pattern button again. Slider: Increases or...
Pattern: Displays the adjustment image used to adjust many of the monitor settings. ?: Opens the online help file in OSD mode. Undo: Restores the monitor value for the active adjustment pane to its previous setting. Common Controls 3 Common Controls The following are common controls ...used to tune the display in the default browser window. Reset: Restores the monitor value for the active adjustment pane to its factory setting. To close the adjustment image, click the Pattern button again. Slider: Increases or...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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... provides adjustment controls. buttons to completely eliminate residual noise. Then use the Phase slider to adjust the brightness. The right side of the monitor settings. Click the Pattern button to adjust the contrast. buttons to load the adjustment image then use the slider or the +/- If your... graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane. Click the Pattern button to load the adjustment image, then click the Auto Setup button to load the ...
... provides adjustment controls. buttons to completely eliminate residual noise. Then use the Phase slider to adjust the brightness. The right side of the monitor settings. Click the Pattern button to adjust the contrast. buttons to load the adjustment image then use the slider or the +/- If your... graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane. Click the Pattern button to load the adjustment image, then click the Auto Setup button to load the ...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...is capable of black in the color). Click the Auto Color button to automatically set the color adjustments to save your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. On the File tab, highlight the name in the color), and the bottom three sliders control black ...piece of your settings as a preset. White Point: Opens the White Point adjustment pane. NOTE: After making adjustments to the Presets on the monitor graphic above the slider to find the white point value that all edges are using the digital connection of white paper. For more information, ...
...is capable of black in the color). Click the Auto Color button to automatically set the color adjustments to save your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. On the File tab, highlight the name in the color), and the bottom three sliders control black ...piece of your settings as a preset. White Point: Opens the White Point adjustment pane. NOTE: After making adjustments to the Presets on the monitor graphic above the slider to find the white point value that all edges are using the digital connection of white paper. For more information, ...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...setting, the clarity of fonts and graphics will guide you through a predefined step-by-step process with instructions and patterns for adjusting each monitor setting. Use the slider or the +/- Resolution: Opens the Resolution adjustment pane. Click the Auto Setup button to use the Phase ... Start Wizard button and follow the instructions in Wizard mode. Click the right arrow button on the screen. If your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane. Use the slider or the +/- NOTE: The Color Calibration feature requires the display to completely eliminate residual...
...setting, the clarity of fonts and graphics will guide you through a predefined step-by-step process with instructions and patterns for adjusting each monitor setting. Use the slider or the +/- Resolution: Opens the Resolution adjustment pane. Click the Auto Setup button to use the Phase ... Start Wizard button and follow the instructions in Wizard mode. Click the right arrow button on the screen. If your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane. Use the slider or the +/- NOTE: The Color Calibration feature requires the display to completely eliminate residual...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...a new name, then click the Save button to position the grid so that makes the display match a piece of your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. Wizard Mode Adjustment Sequence 7 Use a white point value that all edges are using the digital connection of white... paper. For more information, refer to the Presets on the monitor graphic to save the settings as a preset. White Point: Opens the White Point adjustment pane. Click the control buttons on page 10 section....
...a new name, then click the Save button to position the grid so that makes the display match a piece of your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. Wizard Mode Adjustment Sequence 7 Use a white point value that all edges are using the digital connection of white... paper. For more information, refer to the Presets on the monitor graphic to save the settings as a preset. White Point: Opens the White Point adjustment pane. Click the control buttons on page 10 section....
